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Native Youth SS15
British label Native Youth is not necessarily doing anything new with their SS 2015 Women’s Collection, but the pieces that make up the collection are infinitely versatile and wearable. They are the type of clothes that become well-worn favourites, the clothing … Continue reading
Tigerbalm
Svenja Specht is the German fashion designer behind the fashion label Reality Studio. Her summer 2014 collection is titled TIGERBALM and features a clear Oriental influence in terms of the style and print. The textile designs are the result of a creative collaboration … Continue reading
Madewell Fall 2014
As I get older I’m drawn more to buying well made basic items that will endure through all those trends that come and go. This has to do with the fact that I don’t have the time, money, or inclination, … Continue reading
Torne Valley
Brooklyn-based jewellery line Odette New York’s latest collection Torne Valley is a subtle collection with a number of interesting details from the hammered surfaces to the folded metal shapes. “Founded in 2006 by artist Jennifer Sarkilahti, Odette jewelry is designed and crafted … Continue reading
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Tagged Jennifer Sarkilahti, lookbook, Odette New York, Torne Valley collection
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giantLION
“giantLION is a line of handcrafted jewellery formed in 2011, distilled from the fascinations of owner and designer, Caroline Whittington Young. Using raw stones, bronze, sterling silver and 14k gold, Caroline crafts delicate, timeless pieces that draw inspiration from nature, … Continue reading
Whit Autumn/Winter 2014
I do not cope well with heat – when the temperature goes above 28 degrees celsius I turn into a grumpy, lethargic monster. So in these swelteringly hot days that Cape Town has been delivering in abundance, it helps to … Continue reading
Spirit of the Painted Desert
Bona Drag is a great company that stocks a well curated selection of pieces by independent fashion and jewellery designers. Their shop offers something different to the mainstream, without being too avant garde. I like their cool, slightly dark … Continue reading
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Tagged Bona Drag, fall 2013, Harper Smith, Kali Kennedy, Kelley Ash, lookbook, Mara Hoffman, Pamela Love, Spirit of the Painted Desert
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ReForm School Rules
ReForm School is a boutique store in Los Angeles, California, founded by high school friends Billie and Tootie. They sell a range of carefully chosen stationary, books, original art and designer objects by various crafts people. If you are not … Continue reading
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Tagged Amanda Jasnowski, boutique store, Jimmy Marble, lookbook, Los Angeles, ReForm School, summer 2013
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Miscellany
Two handsome fellows created by Caitlin Shearer. You can find them here and here. Graphic identity for Torikorttelit by Kokoro & Moi. Ceramics by Karin Hagen. Very proud of my friend Ross for capturing such beautiful images for the fashion editorial entitled … Continue reading
Posted in art/craft, design, eating, fashion, polaroid/photography
Tagged Aluad Deng Anei, Caitlin Shearer, caramelised banana and peanut butter ice cream, ceramics, Charles Poisay, Datter Industries, Highlander, ice cream truck, Karin Hagen, Kokoro & Moi, lookbook, Louise Brody, Luke Stephenson, Mail & Garden, Marie Claire South Africa, Mind That Child, Orla Kiely, Pocket Detail, Resort 2014 collection, Roost, Ross Garrett, Sage Collar, Samuji, Sharon Becker, succulents, The Arbor Jewellery Stand, Top 200 Young South Africans, Torikorttelit, Zoë Mowat
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